With so many big names nominated, there are a number of conflicting opinions on who should take home what awards. Here’s a prediction for what is sure to be a memorable, and potentially controversial, Grammy Awards ceremony.
Arts, Music
Mac Miller’s ‘Balloonerism’ is an Experimental Rejection of Drug Culture
Balloonerism is exactly what it has been branded as—an experimental album. The lyrics range from haunting to hopeful, taking the listener on an introspective journey. Miller asks a lot of hard, even unanswerable questions that provide a sense of comfort in their essential humanity.
Arts, Music, Review
Beyond Pop’s Boundaries: Dua Lipa’s Orchestral Triumph at Royal Albert Hall
In reimagining her catalog with such ambition and grace, Lipa has created more than just a live album—she’s made a compelling argument for pop music’s place in the grand traditions of musical performance.
Arts, Music, Review
BLACKPINK’s Rosé Makes a Heart-Wrenching Debut Album About ‘The Ex’
Rosie shows a vulnerable side of the singer, marking a bold departure from BLACKPINK’s previous company-controlled discography. While the group is known for exuding self-confidence and female empowerment, rosie offers a more meaningful inside look into the artist’s life.
Music, Review, Arts
‘The Party Never Ends’ … But Should it Have?
For an artist of Juice WRLD’s caliber, this album should have been a carefully curated celebration of his life and music. Instead, it comes across as a cash grab, with little regard for quality, coherence, or Juice’s fans.
Music, Review
Father John Misty Searches for Truth In New Album ‘Mahashmashana’
Over the course of the album, Tillman attempts to tell the elusive “truth” mentioned in the first track in a variety of ways. Mahashmashana proves that the truth can appear messy and confusing but is ultimately beautiful.
Arts, Music
Gwen Stefani’s ‘Bouquet’ Misses Its Mark
Gwen Stefani steps back onto the music scene with her newest album, Bouquet, released on Nov. 15.
Arts, Music
Kendrick Lamar Comes Out of the Shadows to Drop ‘GNX’
Lamar’s ability to surprise and captivate the music industry makes one thing clear: he remains a powerful force in the music industry.
Music, Arts
Shawn Mendes’ ‘Shawn’ is Short, Folksy, and Completely Vulnerable
It’s a simple and potent account of his journey through music and life that makes the listener feel like they have been by his side the whole time.
Arts, Music
A$AP Ferg’s Personal Journey Struggles to Keep Momentum in ‘DAROLD’
This album certainly has some introspective tracks, but for the most part, it’s bland and gets old after 40 minutes.
